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Will i still have a sweating problem after botox?

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Dr. Anifat Balogun answered

Specializes in ENT and Head and Neck Surgery

Botox for sweating: Botox/ Dysport treatment for excessive sweating is temporary. For the underarms, 100/300 units is use to inhibit sweating. The effect lasts 4-6 months, after which another treatment will be needed for continued control. For more permanent control of sweating try the smartlipo laser treatment. In studies, up to 82% of treated patients had good to excellent results (reduction/ resolution).

Answered 6/25/2014

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Dr. Steven Harris answered

Specializes in Plastic Surgery

Yes, but much less: First, i assume you mean Botox given as injections in the underarm area to improve problem perspiration? Botox given elsewhere for other reasons has no effect on sweating. My patients report that a single series of injections lasts 4-6 months and that they have very little sweating in the treated areas that whole time.

Answered 6/24/2014

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Not immediately: If enough Botox is given sweating will certainly diminish markedly. Interestingly sweating will often increase in other areas such as the soles of the feet. The Botox effect lasts for 3-4 months then needs to be injected again. A new topically applied botulism toxin should be available in the near future for sweating.

Answered 12/20/2014

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Botox hyperhidrosis: If Botox is placed in the underarm region, you will not sweat for at least 3-4 months, and perhaps longer. Most people who have used Botox for excessive sweating are thrilled with the results.

Answered 9/22/2016

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Nope the opposite: No. Botulinum toxin is used to diminish stimulation of sweat glands.

Answered 8/13/2012

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Dr. Thomas Wright answered

Specializes in Phlebology

YES: Botox is placed in the underarm region, you will not sweat for at least 3-6 months, and perhaps longer. For the 3-6 months most wont have sweating problems but they will return when it wears off. Most people who have used Botox for excessive sweating are thrilled with the results.

Answered 4/24/2019

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